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As a young college basketball fan, I remember thinking of Louisville as one of the toughest, most rugged, and physical programs in the country. 

Jan 6, 2026; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey reacts during the second half against the Duke Blue Devils at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

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Louisville basketball in 2026: Where's the nasty?

Louisville defeated Virginia Tech 85-71 on Saturday afternoon, as the Cardinals weathered multiple punches from the Hokies to hold on. This victory

Jan 24, 2026; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals forward Sananda Fru (13) shoots against Virginia Tech Hokies center Christian Gurdak (32) and Virginia Tech Hokies guard Neoklis Avdalas (17) during the first half at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

Sananda Fru stands out in Louisville's victory over Virginia Tech

Pat Kelsey's 23rd-ranked Louisville team had a big week off. And not just because it's the only period of conference play when the Cardinals will

Jan 24, 2026; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Mikel Brown Jr. (0) dribbles against Virginia Tech Hokies guard Neoklis Avdalas (17) during the second half at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

How it happened: No. 23 Louisville soars past Virginia Tech in Mikel Brown's return

Editor’s Note: Introducing Cardinal Sports Insider. Moving forward, specifically throughout the basketball season, the Cardinal Sports Insider will

Louisville Cardinals center Aly Khalifa (15) celebrates after scoring a three-point shot against Duke Tuesday night at KFC Yum Center January 6, 2026.

Cardinal Sports Insider: Louisville taking defensive strides, begins important ACC stretch

A dream start for the Cardinals fueled a massive road victory over Pittsburgh. Louisville fired on all cylinders, leading by 31 at halftime and

Jan 17, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Isaac McKneely (10) handles the ball against the Pittsburgh Panthers during the second half at the Petersen Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Louisville dominates Pittsburgh behind 15 3-pointers

Desperate for a win at Pittsburgh, 20th-ranked Louisville played that way in Saturday night's 100-59 win over the Panthers.  It was a much-needed

Jan 17, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Panthers guard Omari Witherspoon (8) drives to the basket against Louisville Cardinals guard Adrian Wooley (14) during the first half at the Petersen Events Center. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

How it happened: No. 20 Louisville smacks Pittsburgh

Louisville basketball gave up a Pat Kelsey-era high of 14 3s to Virginia in Tuesday's 79-70 home loss.   In this week's film session, we highlight

Film Session - Louisville and Virginia (1/14/26)

Film session: Poor perimeter defense sinks Louisville against Virginia

We're at about the midway point of the season. Who have the top international newcomers been so far in college hoops?  Here's The Field of 68's Top

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MID-SEASON TOP 12 INTERNATIONAL NEWCOMERS

After Louisville's last performance against the Duke Blue Devils, there was some built-up anticipation for how the Cardinals would respond.

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Jan 10, 2026; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals forward Sananda Fru (13) and forward Khani Rooths (9) double team Boston College Eagles guard Aidan Shaw (23) during the first half at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

Louisville’s front court responds in the second half to defeat Boston College

It wasn't pretty, but 20th-ranked Louisville men's basketball did enough in the second half to get a 75-62 winover Boston College.   It's the first

Jan 10, 2026; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard J'vonne Hadley (1) attempts to dunk against Boston College Eagles center Boden Kapke (33) during the second half at KFC Yum! Center. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

How it happened: No. 20 Louisville puts Boston College away in second half

Dec 30, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; Louisville Cardinals Pat Kelsey reacts to a foul call against his team during the second half against the California Golden Bears at Haas Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

Cardinal Sports Insider: Pat Kelsey's game of lineup whack-a-mole

“Can you guard them?”  I’m not sure if this is a reference everyone will understand (NBA fans might), but it was the only thing I could think about

Duke Blue Devils forward Cameron Boozer (12) directs a play as Louisville Cardinals guard J'vonne Hadley (1) guards during a conference ACC game. January 6, 2026.

Defense in despair: Can Louisville guard?

The Louisville Cardinals suffered their third loss of the season Friday night to Stanford, 80-76. This brings the Cardinals' record to 11-3 on the

Jan 2, 2025; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal guard Ebuka Okorie (1) goes for a layup against Louisville Cardinals guard Ryan Conwell (3) during the second half at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Justine Willard-Imagn Images

Defensive struggles, shotmaking woes sink Louisville in loss at Stanford

University of Louisville men's basketball and Pat Kelsey knew that going on a week-long trip on the West Coast and coming back with two wins was

Jan 2, 2025; Stanford, California, USA; Stanford Cardinal guard Ebuka Okorie (1) and Louisville Cardinals guard Isaac McKneely (10) fight for a loose ball during the first half at Maples Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Justine Willard-Imagn Images

How it happened: No. 16 Louisville dropped at Stanford

No. 16 Louisville defeated California in their ACC opener on Tuesday night 90-70.   Pat Kelsey discussed his team's defensive strategy coming

Nov 24, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey reacts during the second half against the Eastern Michigan Eagles at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville defeated Eastern Michigan 87-46. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

VIDEO: Louisville's Pat Kelsey discusses victory over California

Despite being shorthanded, 16th-ranked Louisville opened ACC play with a 90-70 point win at California.   The Cardinals were down star freshman point

Dec 30, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Ryan Conwell (3) shoots between California Golden Bears defenders Dai Dai Ames (7) and John Camden (2) during the first half at Haas Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

How it happened: No. 16 Louisville stomps Cal, picks up first ACC win

Louisville enters conference play ranked No. 16 in the country. Starting the season 10-2, the Cardinals have an early ACC test against a one-loss

Dec 2, 2025; Berkeley, California, USA; California Golden Bears guard Justin Pippen (10) steps out to shoot during the first half against the Utah Utes at Haas Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Bob Kupbens-Imagn Images

Keys: Louisville takes on California in ACC opener

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Cardinal Sports Insider: Sananda Fru's offensive enlightening, Louisville heads to California

Louisville enters Christmas break with a 94-54 win over Montana. Relying on his size, Cardinals big man Sananda Fru showed his grit and strength.

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Sananda Fru dominates in Louisville's win over Montana

Louisville basketball started slow, but eventually raced past Montana 94-54 on Saturday, finishing the non-conference with a 10-2 record.   Cardinals

Dec 20, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals head coach Pat Kelsey calls out instructions during the first half agains the Montana Grizzlies at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville defeated Montana 94-54. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

VIDEO: Pat Kelsey, Isaac McKneely, Sananda Fru recap win over Montana

The University of Louisville men's basketball program officially closed its home chapter in 2025 with a 94-54 win over Montana.   After surrendering

Dec 20, 2025; Louisville, Kentucky, USA; Louisville Cardinals guard Isaac McKneely (10) dribbles against Montana Grizzlies guard Tyler Isaak (8) during the second half at KFC Yum! Center. Louisville defeated Montana 94-54. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Rhodes-Imagn Images

How it happened: No. 11 Louisville dismantles Montana

Cardinal Sports Insider: J'Vonne Hadley, Khani Rooths, Pat Kelsey

Cardinal Sports Insider: Louisville's matchup problem and square pegs in round holes

No. 11 Louisville drops its second game of the season in an 83-62 beatdown at No. 20 Tennessee.   Nothing went right for the Cardinals, who shot

Louisville guard Adrian Wooley (14) is defended by Tennessee guard Amari Evans (1) during a college basketball game between Tennessee and Louisville held at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tenn., on Dec. 16, 2025.

What went wrong in Louisville’s loss at Tennessee?

No. 11 Louisville travels to Knoxville to play No. 20 Tennessee (7-3) for its second true road test of the year. The Cards are seeking revenge after

Dec 2, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; Tennessee Volunteers forward Nate Ament (10) drives against Syracuse Orange forward Tyler Betsey (5) during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

Keys to the game: No. 11 Louisville travels to No. 20 Tennessee

University of Louisville head coach Pat Kelsey spoke with the media ahead of the Cardinals' third game of a brutal four-game non-conference schedule.